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EX53 WKP

2003 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,671 mi
Last recorded78,671 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Ka47,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 WKP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 78,671 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 72,395 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on

Fail 12 Apr 2018 72,276 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on

Pass 22 Mar 2017 67,728 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 64,085 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 64,084 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 51,198 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 51,198 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 50,881 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 49,616 miles

one bar of centre brake light not working

Fail 31 Aug 2013 49,616 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

one bar of centre brake light not working

Pass 25 Aug 2012 47,303 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 47,303 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 42,688 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 38,540 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 38,540 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 33,734 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight distortion to o/s/rear tyre

Fail 28 Aug 2009 33,734 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight distortion to o/s/rear tyre

Pass 28 Aug 2008 26,532 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 22,583 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 18,768 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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EX53 WKP is a 2003 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 47,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX53 WKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EX53 WKP registered?

EX53 WKP is a 2003 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is EX53 WKP safe to buy?

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